Early American Infantry Officer’s Saber, ca. 1800
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Early American Infantry Officer’s Saber, ca. 1800

$795.00

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Description

Featuring brass stirrup hilt of British spadroon style with reverse scroll quillon, the knuckle
bow joining the faceted pommel . Reeded horn grip with brass base ferrule. Broad 28 1/4″
(71.8 cm) curved single-edged blade, the upper third engraved with floral decoration, stars,
an eagle and shield, “E PLURIBUS UNUM” in a ribbon, and “Warranted” in a ribbon; the
spine stamped “OSBORN/&GUNBY”. While the sword is of obvious British style and the
blade is made by British maker Osborn & Gunby, the decoration is clearly American,
indicating the close trade relationship between Britain and the fledgling United States in the
years between teh revolution and the War of 1812. Blade with pitting, the engraving worn,
with traces of original gold filling. Guard somewhat loose, but never been apart. Brass with
dark patina. No scabbard. Overall length 33 1/4″ (84.5 cm).

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